Seafield Estates confirmed the expansion plans and formal recognition for the cemetery operations. I am now finalizing the application for the royal award to honor the service provided over the last two decades. We will monitor the transition process to ensure the long term stability of the site.
October 1, 2015
Cullen Pet Cemetery ,Help Mr Stephen Findlay recognised for his 25 years of service to Cullen
Final supporters
Ok so think most people are aware of the ongoing issue with Cullen pet cemetery .
It was stated that stevie was encroaching boundaries where he was not ment to be and accused of burying animals in places he shouldn't be .
So he had received a letter stating this and asked him to remove slabs and stones from that area which he did .
We have now has an official response from seafield estates which clarifies their issue . This I'll post at the bottom of the post .
They are willing to help stevie expand the cemetery and work with him to make sure the safety of the cemetery which is great news .
Councillor Ron Shepard has also shown his support and willing to write a letter of support .
The petition I think now should be focused on what stevie has done for the community and how he has dedicated 25 years of his time to making it so nice and a tourist attraction for Cullen and of course a comfort for a lot of people who have lost their pets .
As I've said I've received forms to fill in to possibly have him honoured properly from Buckingham palace and his services to the community
Along with the letters of support and the petition and news reports I'm sure this time it will succeed and finally gets the recognition he deserves.
So if anyone would like to show support and praise for stevie and what it means to them and the community in the way of a letter please private message me and I can collect anything and attach this to all the other forms that need to be sent back to cabinet office . Thanks for all the support and stevie I herd is overwhelmed by the kind words and messages .
As follows the seafield estates formal response
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Note the section that the land is of "scientific interest".
Quote..
Seafield Estate has been supporting this site for 20 years and will continue to do so. This will include further meetings with Mr Findlay and members of the Cullen Community to ensure that the future of the pet cemetery is safeguarded, as we all recognise that he will not be able to continue his work indefinitely.
The Estate is also totally in support of Mr Findlay receiving public recognition for his commendable work. We endorse his efforts wholeheartedly and would be happy to lend our support to a campaign to have him honoured in some way. If more land is needed then the Estate, as before, will accommodate this but to protect Mr Findlay’s hard work we have to ensure that any expansion does not encroach on the designated 'Site of Special Scientific Interest', as this is of National importance and has its own statutory protection that the Estate must recognise in any land management.
I hope this clarifies the position for you but if you wish to discuss this further I would ask that you telephone the office to arrange a suitable time for us to meet.
End
Updates
Reached 1,000 supporters
September 22, 2015
September 22, 2015
Seafield Estates has confirmed a willingness to expand the cemetery and collaborate on safety protocols. I am currently drafting the formal submission for recognition from Buckingham Palace and will be including the collected letters of support and Councillor Shepard's endorsement as attachments.
Reached 100 supporters
September 22, 2015
607 Comments
I have holidayed in Cullen for 55years and remember Steve from when I was a kid. The guardian of the harbour. Always cheery and working to keep the harbour spot. The pet cemetry is 1st on our visit list these days and looks nicer every year. An asset to Cullen.
This gentlemen has dedicated his love, time & life for people that have lost their family members, he has taken care of our dog whilst she has been there and that's 14 years now, please don't take it away, we would all be devastated
Stevie provides a much needed service and also spends hours keeping the pet cemetery immaculate. Why would anyone object to him using what would otherwise be an untidy weeded area. I , for one, would like to thank Stevie for his hard work.
I visit Cullen most summers. It's something I've seen a few times and is an amazing tribute to lost pets. Pets are family and if this is the only way a young child can accept the loss of their pet why should that be taken from them? Save the cemetery.
Please leave the boundaries as they are with the understanding that they will go no further. I have 4 of my beloved pets in the cemetary and it means so much to me to be able to visit their graves. Stevie has done an amazing job over the years.
Lucky enough to spend some of my time as a young man helping Stevie.Or learning from him on land and sea. A gentleman I was delighted to join for a chat last year during a visit. To your health Stevie! In memory of all the Bruce's and every makeral smoked! Gareth
I have 2 dogs buried together in the surrey pet cemetery. The developer can go to hell for thinking he can profit development on this land. I will park my fifth wheel trailer on the developers family grave. FAIR IS ONLY FAIR in this case..
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Seafield Estates confirmed the expansion plans and formal recognition for the cemetery operations. I am now finalizing the application for the royal award to honor the service provided over the last two decades. We will monitor the transition process to ensure the long term stability of the site.
October 1, 2015
Cullen Pet Cemetery ,Help Mr Stephen Findlay recognised for his 25 years of service to Cullen
Final supporters
Ok so think most people are aware of the ongoing issue with Cullen pet cemetery .
It was stated that stevie was encroaching boundaries where he was not ment to be and accused of burying animals in places he shouldn't be .
So he had received a letter stating this and asked him to remove slabs and stones from that area which he did .
We have now has an official response from seafield estates which clarifies their issue . This I'll post at the bottom of the post .
They are willing to help stevie expand the cemetery and work with him to make sure the safety of the cemetery which is great news .
Councillor Ron Shepard has also shown his support and willing to write a letter of support .
The petition I think now should be focused on what stevie has done for the community and how he has dedicated 25 years of his time to making it so nice and a tourist attraction for Cullen and of course a comfort for a lot of people who have lost their pets .
As I've said I've received forms to fill in to possibly have him honoured properly from Buckingham palace and his services to the community
Along with the letters of support and the petition and news reports I'm sure this time it will succeed and finally gets the recognition he deserves.
So if anyone would like to show support and praise for stevie and what it means to them and the community in the way of a letter please private message me and I can collect anything and attach this to all the other forms that need to be sent back to cabinet office . Thanks for all the support and stevie I herd is overwhelmed by the kind words and messages .
As follows the seafield estates formal response
....................................................
Note the section that the land is of "scientific interest".
Quote..
Seafield Estate has been supporting this site for 20 years and will continue to do so. This will include further meetings with Mr Findlay and members of the Cullen Community to ensure that the future of the pet cemetery is safeguarded, as we all recognise that he will not be able to continue his work indefinitely.
The Estate is also totally in support of Mr Findlay receiving public recognition for his commendable work. We endorse his efforts wholeheartedly and would be happy to lend our support to a campaign to have him honoured in some way. If more land is needed then the Estate, as before, will accommodate this but to protect Mr Findlay’s hard work we have to ensure that any expansion does not encroach on the designated 'Site of Special Scientific Interest', as this is of National importance and has its own statutory protection that the Estate must recognise in any land management.
I hope this clarifies the position for you but if you wish to discuss this further I would ask that you telephone the office to arrange a suitable time for us to meet.
End
Updates
Reached 1,000 supporters
September 22, 2015
September 22, 2015
Seafield Estates has confirmed a willingness to expand the cemetery and collaborate on safety protocols. I am currently drafting the formal submission for recognition from Buckingham Palace and will be including the collected letters of support and Councillor Shepard's endorsement as attachments.
Reached 100 supporters
September 22, 2015
607 Comments
I think this is a asset to Cullen and Stevie provides a service to this community and comfort to those who lose there animals . To see this gone or restricted would be a terrible shame and a kick in the teeth for a man that has spent years doing this voluntarily.
I have holidayed in Cullen for 55years and remember Steve from when I was a kid. The guardian of the harbour. Always cheery and working to keep the harbour spot. The pet cemetry is 1st on our visit list these days and looks nicer every year. An asset to Cullen.
This gentlemen has dedicated his love, time & life for people that have lost their family members, he has taken care of our dog whilst she has been there and that's 14 years now, please don't take it away, we would all be devastated
Stevie provides a much needed service and also spends hours keeping the pet cemetery immaculate. Why would anyone object to him using what would otherwise be an untidy weeded area. I , for one, would like to thank Stevie for his hard work.
I visit Cullen most summers. It's something I've seen a few times and is an amazing tribute to lost pets. Pets are family and if this is the only way a young child can accept the loss of their pet why should that be taken from them? Save the cemetery.
Please leave the boundaries as they are with the understanding that they will go no further. I have 4 of my beloved pets in the cemetary and it means so much to me to be able to visit their graves. Stevie has done an amazing job over the years.
Lucky enough to spend some of my time as a young man helping Stevie.Or learning from him on land and sea. A gentleman I was delighted to join for a chat last year during a visit. To your health Stevie! In memory of all the Bruce's and every makeral smoked! Gareth
I have 2 dogs buried together in the surrey pet cemetery. The developer can go to hell for thinking he can profit development on this land. I will park my fifth wheel trailer on the developers family grave. FAIR IS ONLY FAIR in this case..
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I think this is a asset to Cullen and Stevie provides a service to this community and comfort to those who lose there animals . To see this gone or restricted would be a terrible shame and a kick in the teeth for a man that has spent years doing this voluntarily.